The Salvation Army’s trading arm aims to reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions through partnerships with retailers and brands while supporting charitable activities.
SATCoL, the trading arm of The Salvation Army, is actively seeking partnerships with retailers and brands to enhance its efforts in reducing waste and greenhouse gas emissions. The organization is working collaboratively with a diverse network that includes community groups, local authorities, schools, and individuals, aimed at helping those in need while simultaneously addressing environmental concerns.
The initiative encourages retailers to create space in their warehouses for new stock by donating obsolete, end-of-line, and faulty items. These contributions will not only prevent these products from ending up in landfills but will also provide crucial funding for charitable activities carried out by The Salvation Army. Shaunacy Burne, the corporate partnerships manager at SATCoL, emphasized the dual benefits of this strategy, stating, “Not only are we helping brands to meet their CSR [corporate social responsibility] goals with our sustainable solutions, but the donations we receive are sold in our retail outlets to help raise vital funds for our parent charity.”
In addition to its partnership approach, SATCoL has invested in processing centers and technology that enable innovative commercial methods for reusing and recycling textiles. These efforts were recognized at the Drapers Conscious Fashion Awards 2025, where SATCoL received high commendation in the Best Circularity Initiative category for companies with a turnover exceeding £1 million.
To further promote its mission, SATCoL collaborated with renowned fashion photographer Camille Sanson and stylist Karl Willet, known for styling high-profile events such as The Grammy’s and The Met Gala. Willet commented on this collaboration, saying, “It was a pleasure to be part of the corporate donations shoot, a scheme that is contributing to positive change and sustainability for the planet by diverting more everyday items away from landfill.”
As SATCoL continues to explore partnership opportunities, the organization aims to work with retailers to collectively reduce waste and enhance sustainability efforts, thereby funneling more resources toward charitable initiatives while promoting environmental responsibility.
Source: Noah Wire Services
